Vernier LabQuest 2 Information

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Getting Started with LabQuest 2


Before using LabQuest 2, make sure that you have charged them for at least 8 hours. The LabQuest 2 should hold charge for the whole day if charged correctly.

Quick Start for Data Collection

  1. When turned on, the LabQuest App will launch automatically.
  2. Connect your sensor to the correct port on the LabQuest 2.
  3. Click the Sensor Tab SensorTool.PNG, set up your sensor for Data Collection. Click the Sensor Menu, select Data Collection and enter the rate and interval needed for the activity.
  4. Click the Graph Tab GraphTab.PNG, then click the Collect Button (green arrow) in the bottom left corner.
  5. Analyze the data using the Statistics and Curve Fit functions.

Built-In Sensors

  1. GPS - This sensors collects latitude, longitude, and altitude readings, and may be used with other sensors. You can choose units of decimal degrees, degree minutes, or UTM. When using indoor, it might take up to 15 minutes to attain signal.
  2. Microphone - The internal microphone is located on the top surface of the LabQuest and measures waveforms.
  3. Accelerometers - This sensor measures accelerations up to +/-2 g in the x-, y-, and z-axis directions.
  4. Light Sensor - The internal light sensor is located on the top surface of LabQuest. The sensor is uncalibrated which measures visible light intensity.
  5. Temperature - This sensor monitors ambient temperature.


Printing

At this time, there is not a compatible printer in the district to print straight from the LabQuest 2. If you would like to print, go to the saving directions.

Saving your Documents with a Jump Drive

  1. Insert the Jump Drive into the USB port on the left side of the LabQuest 2.
  2. Go to File>Save and select the Jump Drive Icon jumpdrive.PNG.
  3. Name the document in the usb line.
  4. Click Save.


Emailing your Data File, Graph, Text File and/or ScreenShot

  1. Go to File>Email, then select what type of file you wish to email
  2. Type in the email address you wish to receive the document.
  3. Click Send.

Projecting and Monitoring LabQuest Devices

  1. Download Software for your computer...Instructions
    Download_Install_LQViewer.pdf
  2. This software allows the teacher to view and control the LabQuest wirelessly from your computer (Mac or PC). This allows the teacher to demonstrate LabQuest 2 for a class and allows students to share/present their work to the class.
  3. Teacher computer must be on CMCSS internet connection not on CMCSS WiFi or Staff-CMCSS.

Additional Apps Built-In to LabQuest 2

  1. Audio Function Generator - This can be used to create tones and beats for waveform study using a microphone.
  2. Periodic Table - This app contains standard reference information on the elements.
  3. Power Amplifier - This is used to control the Vernier Power Amplifier used to create waveforms.
  4. Calculator - This is a standard scientific calculator which uses algebraic notation.
  5. Sound Recorder - This is used to capture short audio clips, typically for voice notes.
  6. Stopwatch - This is a simple timer.



User Guide

Details in case you need them!
labquest2_user_manual.pdf